Vegan Hacks

Yves Veggie Cuisine, a brand that kept vegan eating affordable and accessible for over 40 years is shutting down. Parent company Hain Celestial says they’re focusing on “more profitable brands,” leaving fans stunned and angry. In this episode, we unpack what Yves meant to the plant-based movement, why its quiet closure matters, and what this says about the future of vegan staples under big food co...

We’re talking all things tofu with George Stiffman,   tofu expert, founder of Soycery , and author of the groundbreaking book Broken Cuisine . From ancient tofu traditions to wild varieties you’ve probably never heard of, George takes us deep into the delicious, surprisingly epic world of soy. George's Tofu Buying Guide: https://tofutuesday.substack.com/p/the-best-way-to-get-ahold-of-chinese...

New episode of Vegan Hacks Pod! I’m joined by the unstoppable Eunice Reyes — aka Rated V for Vegan,  for a lively deep dive into the world of vegan influencing: the wins, the pitfalls, her adventures in vegan travel, and the unexpectedly strange canned meats lurking at your neighborhood Adventist store. Buckle up, you don’t want to miss this one! Send us Fan Mail

In this episode, we talk about Besties Vegan Paradise blessing The Grove with its second location (bougie tourists, rejoice). We rant about Beyond Meat and Veggie Grill’s new collab — because who asked for a $27.99 steak filet at a fast casual spot? And yes, Jason airs out his extremely unnecessary beef with Moby. It’s plant-based pettiness at its finest. Tune in and snack along. Send us Fan Mail

In this episode, we unpack Beyond Meat’s bold new product that intentionally doesn’t taste like meat, dig into the labor disputes and alleged union-busting at Rebel Cheese in Austin, and break down why Texas just banned lab-grown meat. It’s messy, it’s political, and it’s all plant-based. Send us Fan Mail

Jason and Mike dive into the Sugar Taco fallout — the rise and messy collapse of a splashy vegan restaurant now accused of mismanagement, health violations, and financial impropriety. Plus, we unpack the controversy around Impossible Foods potentially adding real meat to its plant-based products Hollywood Reporter Article:  https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/sugar-taco-scanda...

Jason and Mike take a trip to the land of flat-pack furniture and meatless meatballs — that’s right, we’re eating our way through IKEA’s plant-based menu. Grab an Allen wrench and a fork — let’s dive in. Send us Fan Mail

Meati Foods launched their mycelium steaks and chicken cutlets with huge fanfare and with loads of funding, they were valued at over 650 million but their downfall was swift and dramatic they have recently requested a sale for 4 million dollars. What went wrong? Send us Fan Mail

Jason and Mike talk about a company in crossroads: Loma Linda Foods , one of America’s oldest plant-based brands and its uncertain future. Send us Fan Mail

Strife, family conflict, betrayal and sauce? We delve into the two conflicting narratives of how Bitchen' sauce was built and the way brands sell products by selling not just a product but a story.  Send us Fan Mail

Vegan Mike tries the mycelium steak made by Meati for the first time ever!   Jason helps him cook it!  Comedy ensues!  Send us Fan Mail

Two interviews!  Clifford Armstrong of Northstar Seitan! and  Chef Tony Hyde of Sattdown Jamaican grill! https://www.northernseitan.com/ @northernseitan Chef Tony Hyde @ sattdownjamaicangrill His book: https://www.amazon.sg/Day-Racism-Walked-My-Door/dp/B0DXR733C6#byline_secondary_view_div_1742004225896?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaahsPcG95fn_zxawv_u6n7uedtHLhkQ2MCacMGTDODaQHSzOpRpbWDt-7I_aem_4wTguzP...

Major vegan meat company Meati is experiencing a financial crisis, will it survive?  Also an interview with Meati's CCO John Bortells. website: meati.com Send us Fan Mail

Jason and Mike talk about how the major plant based meat companies market their products.  Send us Fan Mail

A new study was released that links trauma and lifestyle choice.  Send us Fan Mail

Jason and Mike discuss a new study that illuminates American's view of plant based meat.  Send us Fan Mail

Jason and Mike discuss innovations at the Fancy Food Show.  Send us Fan Mail

Better late than never, our first podcast of the year!  We talk about the Los Angeles wild fires, vegan restaurants closing and our nomination for a veggie award!  Send us Fan Mail

Jason and Mike discuss the recent stock moves of Beyond Meat and their future. Send us Fan Mail

We talk about Crossroads Calabasas closing and a micro concept that might be a new future for vegan restaurants.  Send us Fan Mail

Jason and Mike talk about a vegan reddit drama. Also Jason uncovers media bias against vegans regard an Oxford vegan food study.  Send us Fan Mail

It's Thanksgiving Eve and there is some major vegan tension in the air!  Jason and Mike discuss.  Send us Fan Mail

Jason and Mike talk about a Miss Manner scenario involving a vegan shaming an omnivore host.  Who is to blame?  Send us Fan Mail

Jason and Mike talk about a class action lawsuit that will award consumers a pool of over 7 million dollars based on alleged false advertising by Beyond Meat.  Send us Fan Mail

Jason and Mike talk about Trader Joe's bringing back it's vegan holiday roast and Jason offers his Thanksgiving survival guide for vegans in a hostile omnivore environment.  Send us Fan Mail